Alabama's IVF Protection Law

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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill protecting in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments after a court ruling led to a pause in procedures. The law ensures civil and criminal immunity for medical professionals in case of unintentional death or damage to an embryo.

Key Points

  • Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 159 to protect IVF treatments
  • The law ensures immunity for medical professionals in case of harm to embryos
  • The state Supreme Court's ruling allowed claims for wrongful death of embryos

Pros

  • Supports IVF treatments for couples in Alabama
  • Provides civil and criminal immunity for medical professionals in IVF procedures

Cons

  • Controversy over defining embryos as 'unborn children'